Ellen L. Lawrence's Obituary
Ellen L. Lawrence, 100, of Ft. Myers, FL passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2018. She was born as a fraternal twin on June 3, 1918. She was the daughter of Ralph and Hattie Libby of Portland, ME.She attended Waynflete School and graduated from Wellesley College in 1939. Ellen married Donald Lawrence (President of the Portland Stove Foundry) in 1940. Mrs. Lawrence acted in many plays in Kennebunk, Cape Elizabeth and Portland theaters. At the same time she raised 2 sons, Franklin and William Lawrence. She was a supporter of the Victorian Mansion on Danforth Street. Her grandfather, J.R. Libby resided in this mansion in the 1800’s.In the late 60’s she took up winter residence on Sanibel Island, FL and in the early 80’s moved to Shellpoint Village, FL. Her interests were bridge and golf. Her favorite color was red in all things such as golf carts and cars.She will be greatly missed by all members of her family.Arrangements for final care have been entrusted to Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida 33907, (239) 936-0555. To share a story or photo, leave a tribute or to offer a condolence at this difficult time please visit www.fortmyersmemorial.com and sign the guestbook.
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